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Dr George Turner is a former MP for North West Norfolk.

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Former Labour MP for North West Norfolk

Entered the House of Commons on 1 May 1997 — General election

Left the House of Commons on 14 May 2001 — General election

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Previous MPs in this constituency

• Henry Bellingham
• Christopher Brocklebank-Fowler

Future MPs in this constituency

• Henry Bellingham
• James Wild

Public bill committees (Sittings attended)

• National Lottery (Amendment) Bill Committee (1 out of 1)

Recent appearances

• Digital Television 24 Apr 2001

  Would the hon. Gentleman say that, for his constituents--and mine--free-to-air broadcasts, which can be received in any room in the house if they have a normal household aerial, are the most desirable platform?

• Digital Television 24 Apr 2001

  I am delighted to introduce a debate on the future of digital television. Events are moving fast, in terms of both technology and commerce, and important concerns have been raised in the report of the Select Committee on Culture, Media and Sport, published last month, and the recent survey conducted by the Consumers Association. The latter has attracted much media attention because of the...

• Digital Television 24 Apr 2001

  I certainly sympathise with the hon. Gentleman, and I well understand why he is among those who have been pushing for a solution. Let me return to the importance of regional identity. My comments illustrate a growing and serious democratic deficit--which the hon. Member for Ceredigion (Mr. Thomas) referred to nationally and I see regionally--if people cannot have access to news and...

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